Great Places to Get Married in the Fall
- Head to Vermont for stunning autumn leaves and a picturesque countryside that will serve as a gorgeous natural backdrop for your event and your wedding photos. Vermont offers wedding locations from rustic barns to old-fashioned churches to charming inns. Active couples can plan their celebrations to include pre-wedding events such as hiking and climbing, while others will enjoy the charm of antique shopping and small-town comfort. The upscale country vibe enables couples to find both first-class cuisine and accommodations in a rustic setting. Keep in mind that peak foliage in Vermont begins in higher elevations earlier (generally in late September) than in lower ones.
Check out the Lilac Inn in Brandon, Vermont (www.lilacinn.com), which was was chosen as one of the "100 Best U.S. Wedding Destinations" in the 2006 book by Kathryn Gabriel Loving. - If you're looking for gorgeous foliage and bargain prices, check out the Ozarks. This region of northern Arkansas and southern Missouri has gently rolling hills covered in deciduous trees that burst into color near the end of September. Eureka Springs in northern Arkansas has been called the "Wedding Capital of the South" by a local tourism group since more than 4,000 weddings are performed each year in the town of 2,000 people. With fishing, hiking and boating options around the area's many lakes and forests, the Ozarks fit the bill as a destination for outdoorsy couples who want to plan nature adventures for their guests.
The historic Crescent Hotel and Spa (www.crescent-hotel.com) in Eureka Springs is a popular venue for weddings and is nestled in a charming Victorian mountain town. - If you want to escape the approach of autumn instead of celebrating it, head to Maui, Hawaii, where you can get married in the endless summer. Your guests can surf, swim and hike along trails with active volcanoes, and you can get a head start on your honeymoon. Maui has a plethora of stunning vistas for wedding ceremonies and celebrations, from secluded beaches to tropical gardens to gently forested mountains.
The Grand Wailea Hotel Resort (www.grandwailea.com) is a luxurious venue with a number of wedding options, including seaside ceremonies and receptions.